2022-2023 recreational Class Descriptions
preschool classes | ages 3-5
MINI ACRO
Acro is centered on fundamental acrobatic techniques taught in the Acrobatic Arts curriculum to increase flexibility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, timing, body awareness, self-discipline, and confidence. Classes focus on proper hand placement and body alignment with emphasis on the muscles and flexibility required to perform proper technique. Class levels have required skill lists that ensure dancer's safety. Activ8 Dance Company is an AAC1 Certified Studio.
MINI BALLET/TAP COMBO
This energetic and exciting class is designed to provide young dancers an introduction into the fundamentals of both ballet and tap dance! Dancers will learn the basics of ballet and tap movement and terminology, while having fun dancing to kid-friendly songs and using props like scarves or teddy bears. Class will alternate between ballet and tap each week (i.e. Week 1 & 3 is ballet, Week 2 & 4 is tap), and dancers will perform both styles of dance in our year-end recital showcase using a 2-in-1 costume that has interchangeable pieces to make the outfit fit the style and look for each routine!
MINI BALLET
An introduction to ballet for our tiniest dancers! Dancers will learn the basics of ballet movement and terminology using fun follow-along songs, props, and games!
MINI HOPPERS
This fun class inspires creativity and teaches the fundamentals of hip hop! Students will develop coordination, strength, dance technique, rhythm, and body awareness in a safe, encouraging, and welcoming environment.
MINI JAZZ
Calling all dancing divas and cool dudes! This introduction to jazz dance will teach basic jazz technique and style with upbeat, kid-friendly music.
Acro is centered on fundamental acrobatic techniques taught in the Acrobatic Arts curriculum to increase flexibility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, timing, body awareness, self-discipline, and confidence. Classes focus on proper hand placement and body alignment with emphasis on the muscles and flexibility required to perform proper technique. Class levels have required skill lists that ensure dancer's safety. Activ8 Dance Company is an AAC1 Certified Studio.
MINI BALLET/TAP COMBO
This energetic and exciting class is designed to provide young dancers an introduction into the fundamentals of both ballet and tap dance! Dancers will learn the basics of ballet and tap movement and terminology, while having fun dancing to kid-friendly songs and using props like scarves or teddy bears. Class will alternate between ballet and tap each week (i.e. Week 1 & 3 is ballet, Week 2 & 4 is tap), and dancers will perform both styles of dance in our year-end recital showcase using a 2-in-1 costume that has interchangeable pieces to make the outfit fit the style and look for each routine!
MINI BALLET
An introduction to ballet for our tiniest dancers! Dancers will learn the basics of ballet movement and terminology using fun follow-along songs, props, and games!
MINI HOPPERS
This fun class inspires creativity and teaches the fundamentals of hip hop! Students will develop coordination, strength, dance technique, rhythm, and body awareness in a safe, encouraging, and welcoming environment.
MINI JAZZ
Calling all dancing divas and cool dudes! This introduction to jazz dance will teach basic jazz technique and style with upbeat, kid-friendly music.
youth & teen classes | ages 6-18
ACRO
Acro is centered on fundamental acrobatic techniques taught in the Acrobatic Arts curriculum to increase flexibility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, timing, body awareness, self-discipline, and confidence. Classes focus on proper hand placement and body alignment with emphasis on the muscles and flexibility required to perform proper technique. Class levels have required skill lists that ensure dancer's safety. Activ8 Dance Company is an AAC1 Certified Studio.
BALLET
Ballet provides grace, poise, and technique needed to be proficient in all other areas of dance. Ballet classes will help dancers with posture, flexibility, fitness, balance, self-discipline, and self-confidence.
COMBO 3 & COMBO 4
This is a choreography-based class in which dancers learn a new, short "combo", or routine, in each class. Styles vary each week September through January, which allows dancers to work on learning choreography quickly to improve memory and retention, as well as exploring new styles, movement, & technique. Drop-ins welcome through January. Dancers will learn choreography and perform a recital piece in the chosen style of the class instructor (likely contemporary, lyrical, or jazz). Must register by 2/1/23 in order to perform in the annual recital.
HIP HOP 2/3
Hip Hop incorporates a variety of old and new urban, street and pop dance styles. The dancing represents body movements that reflect the beat and rhythm of hip hop music. Hip hop dancing is very dynamic and helps the dancers improve flexibility, develop body balance, and coordination.
*NEW THIS SEASON: JR. HIP HOP COMPANY! Looking for more performance opportunities and a new experience? Hip Hop 2/3 level dancers are welcome and encouraged to audition to be part of a hip hop competition team! No previous experience required. Just bring a good attitude, good work ethic, and good energy! AUDITIONS ARE TUESDAY, AUGUST 23RD, 5:30-6:30PM! EMAIL US TO REGISTER!
INTRO TO BREAKING: THE BREAKING PROGRAM
Experience The Breaking Program, an exciting Breakdance curriculum that builds your confidence and creativity through Hip Hop. Students will learn new techniques by breaking down the movements, running drills with the entire class, and then finally applying the movements into combinations and routines. Class is run by stretching, conditioning, training, and having friendly competitions to better improve skills.
WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM A BREAKING CLASSES? Learn how to work as a team; Elevated self confidence levels and social skills; Stamina, coordination and balance; Fun, Fitness and Flexibility.
WHO IS IT FOR? Anyone ages 5+; Dancers and non-dancers; For beginner and advanced level students.
JAZZ
Jazz dance is an exploration of style and presentation. Classes emphasize musicality and body alignment, conditioning, stretch and strengthening, rhythm and stylization, as well as fun and innovative choreography.
TURNS & LEAPS
Level 3: Appropriate for beginner/intermediate dancers, or those looking to work on the basic technical skills. This class focuses on the breakdown of foundational skills such as splits, single and double pirouettes, chaine and pique turns, jetes and extensions. Recommended for ages 8+.
Level 4: This intermediate/advanced level is for dancers who have learned the basic technical skills already, and wish to perfect those as well as work on new progressions. Dancers will learn the proper technique for more difficult skills, such as calypsos, center leaps, triple & quad pirouettes, turns in second, various turn and leap combos, extensions and skill progressions across the floor. Students must master Level 3 skills to progress to Level 4 skills. Recommended for ages 12+.
TAP
Tap 2: This class is designed for dancers age 6+ with little to no experience with tap dance. The core of the class will focus on the development of basic technical skills (shuffles, paradiddles, flaps, pickups, cramp-rolls, etc.), as well as the musicality, or ability to understand music.
Tap 3/4: Highest level of tap currently offered. Students will be placed based on instructor evaluation.
STRETCH & STRENGTH
This class is ideal for dancers looking to improve overall strength to help with dance skills such as leaps, jumps and more. Dancers will learn proper stretching techniques, conditioning exercises and incorporate strengthening movements to help build proper muscle strength and coordination needed for dance. Recommended for ages 9+.
Acro is centered on fundamental acrobatic techniques taught in the Acrobatic Arts curriculum to increase flexibility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, timing, body awareness, self-discipline, and confidence. Classes focus on proper hand placement and body alignment with emphasis on the muscles and flexibility required to perform proper technique. Class levels have required skill lists that ensure dancer's safety. Activ8 Dance Company is an AAC1 Certified Studio.
BALLET
Ballet provides grace, poise, and technique needed to be proficient in all other areas of dance. Ballet classes will help dancers with posture, flexibility, fitness, balance, self-discipline, and self-confidence.
COMBO 3 & COMBO 4
This is a choreography-based class in which dancers learn a new, short "combo", or routine, in each class. Styles vary each week September through January, which allows dancers to work on learning choreography quickly to improve memory and retention, as well as exploring new styles, movement, & technique. Drop-ins welcome through January. Dancers will learn choreography and perform a recital piece in the chosen style of the class instructor (likely contemporary, lyrical, or jazz). Must register by 2/1/23 in order to perform in the annual recital.
HIP HOP 2/3
Hip Hop incorporates a variety of old and new urban, street and pop dance styles. The dancing represents body movements that reflect the beat and rhythm of hip hop music. Hip hop dancing is very dynamic and helps the dancers improve flexibility, develop body balance, and coordination.
*NEW THIS SEASON: JR. HIP HOP COMPANY! Looking for more performance opportunities and a new experience? Hip Hop 2/3 level dancers are welcome and encouraged to audition to be part of a hip hop competition team! No previous experience required. Just bring a good attitude, good work ethic, and good energy! AUDITIONS ARE TUESDAY, AUGUST 23RD, 5:30-6:30PM! EMAIL US TO REGISTER!
INTRO TO BREAKING: THE BREAKING PROGRAM
Experience The Breaking Program, an exciting Breakdance curriculum that builds your confidence and creativity through Hip Hop. Students will learn new techniques by breaking down the movements, running drills with the entire class, and then finally applying the movements into combinations and routines. Class is run by stretching, conditioning, training, and having friendly competitions to better improve skills.
WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM A BREAKING CLASSES? Learn how to work as a team; Elevated self confidence levels and social skills; Stamina, coordination and balance; Fun, Fitness and Flexibility.
WHO IS IT FOR? Anyone ages 5+; Dancers and non-dancers; For beginner and advanced level students.
JAZZ
Jazz dance is an exploration of style and presentation. Classes emphasize musicality and body alignment, conditioning, stretch and strengthening, rhythm and stylization, as well as fun and innovative choreography.
TURNS & LEAPS
Level 3: Appropriate for beginner/intermediate dancers, or those looking to work on the basic technical skills. This class focuses on the breakdown of foundational skills such as splits, single and double pirouettes, chaine and pique turns, jetes and extensions. Recommended for ages 8+.
Level 4: This intermediate/advanced level is for dancers who have learned the basic technical skills already, and wish to perfect those as well as work on new progressions. Dancers will learn the proper technique for more difficult skills, such as calypsos, center leaps, triple & quad pirouettes, turns in second, various turn and leap combos, extensions and skill progressions across the floor. Students must master Level 3 skills to progress to Level 4 skills. Recommended for ages 12+.
TAP
Tap 2: This class is designed for dancers age 6+ with little to no experience with tap dance. The core of the class will focus on the development of basic technical skills (shuffles, paradiddles, flaps, pickups, cramp-rolls, etc.), as well as the musicality, or ability to understand music.
Tap 3/4: Highest level of tap currently offered. Students will be placed based on instructor evaluation.
STRETCH & STRENGTH
This class is ideal for dancers looking to improve overall strength to help with dance skills such as leaps, jumps and more. Dancers will learn proper stretching techniques, conditioning exercises and incorporate strengthening movements to help build proper muscle strength and coordination needed for dance. Recommended for ages 9+.
adult classes | ages 17+
WERQ: DANCE FITNESS
Time to put in some WERQ! This wildly addictive cardio dance fitness class is based on trending pop and hip hop music. WERQ is a pre-choreographed workout with new routines made available weekly. With hundreds of choreography videos, WERQ Instructors have the power to create unique playlists based on routines designed by high-caliber WERQ choreographers.
ADULT BALLET
A perfect class for adults with little experience or with previous training who are looking to get back to the barre! This class provides a rediscovery of grace, poise, and technique of ballet.
REJUVEN8: FLOWS & FEELS
Rejuvenate & refresh your mind, body & soul! This class allows adults to shake off the stress of the week: move through a feel-good yoga flow and learn basic lyrical/contemporary choreography to the best ballads of the 80s, 90s, & 2000s. No previous dance experience required! This is a no-judgement, safe space to let go and get in your feels! BYOB if you choose :)
ADULT TAP
This class is geared towards adults with some prior knowledge & experience in tap that want to enjoy a structured weekly class to focus on technique as well as choreography.
Time to put in some WERQ! This wildly addictive cardio dance fitness class is based on trending pop and hip hop music. WERQ is a pre-choreographed workout with new routines made available weekly. With hundreds of choreography videos, WERQ Instructors have the power to create unique playlists based on routines designed by high-caliber WERQ choreographers.
ADULT BALLET
A perfect class for adults with little experience or with previous training who are looking to get back to the barre! This class provides a rediscovery of grace, poise, and technique of ballet.
REJUVEN8: FLOWS & FEELS
Rejuvenate & refresh your mind, body & soul! This class allows adults to shake off the stress of the week: move through a feel-good yoga flow and learn basic lyrical/contemporary choreography to the best ballads of the 80s, 90s, & 2000s. No previous dance experience required! This is a no-judgement, safe space to let go and get in your feels! BYOB if you choose :)
ADULT TAP
This class is geared towards adults with some prior knowledge & experience in tap that want to enjoy a structured weekly class to focus on technique as well as choreography.